Romance scams occur when a cyber criminal adopts a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relationship to manipulate and/or steal from the victim. The criminals who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do and will seem genuine, […]
If you suspect you’ve been hit with a ransomware attack, it’s important to act quickly. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to give you the best possible chance of minimizing damage and quickly returning to business as usual. 9 Steps For Responding To A Ransomware Attack 1. Isolate The Infected Device: Ransomware that […]
No one is safe from ransomware, and the attack methods are only getting more sophisticated. Ransomware is a type of malware that employs encryption to hold a victim’s information at ransom. Ransomware attacks are the most significant cyber security threat businesses face today. Many businesses are leaving themselves vulnerable because they don’t have an incident response […]
Cyber Security Awareness: What Are Phishing Attacks? Phishing attacks are the practice of malicious actors sending fraudulent communications that appear to come from a legitimate trusted source. At its core, phishing is an attack methodology that uses social engineering tactics to make a person take an action that is against their best interests. The goal […]